National Library of China, Beijing

Name: National Library of China
Address: No.33 Zhongguancun South Main Street, Haidian District, Beijing, 100081, China
Telephone: +86 10 8854 4114

#164 among attractions in Beijing

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The National Library of China is the national library of the People's Republic of China and is one of the largest libraries in the world. It contains over 41 million items as of December 2020. It holds the largest collection of Chinese literature and historical documents in the world. The National Library is a public welfare institution sponsored by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. ()

Local name: 中国国家图书馆 Established: 1909 (115 years ago)Coordinates: 39°56'45"N, 116°19'19"E

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No.33 Zhongguancun South Main Street, Haidian District海淀区 (中关村)Beijing 100081 China

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+86 10 8854 4114

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National Library of China – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Beijing Zoo, Paleozoological Museum of China, Wanshou Temple, Purple Bamboo Park.

0.6 miSE
Long-running zoo with giant pandas
Beijing Zoo, Beijing
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of China's bustling capital, Beijing Zoo stands as an illustrious sanctuary for wildlife, offering a verdant retreat for both animals and nature enthusiasts alike. Established in 1906, this historic zoo has evolved to become one of the oldest...
0.7 miSE
Museum, Natural history museum
Paleozoological Museum of China, Beijing
19 min walk • The Paleozoological Museum of China, situated in the bustling city of Beijing, is a notable institution dedicated to showcasing the prehistoric life that once roamed the vast lands of what is now China. This museum houses an impressive collection of fossils and relics...
0.8 miW
Museum, Buddhist architecture, Art museum
Wanshou Temple, Beijing
22 min walk • Wanshou Temple, nestled in the heart of Beijing, China, is a cultural gem that offers visitors a glimpse into the nation's rich Buddhist heritage. This historical temple, whose name translates to "Temple of Longevity," was originally constructed during the Ming Dynasty...
0.6 miSW
Park, Lake
Purple Bamboo Park, Beijing
16 min walk • Purple Bamboo Park is one of the seven largest parks in Beijing, China. It is located in the Haidian District of northwestern Beijing. The park consist of three connecting lakes covering over a total area of 48 hectares.
0.8 miSE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Beijing Planetarium, Beijing
21 min walk • The Beijing Planetarium is a planetarium in Beijing, China. The planetarium comprises two main buildings, Building A & B. Building A, which was built in 1957, contains the Celestial Theater, an Eastern Exhibition Hall and a Western Exhibition Hall.
1.4 miSE
Cemetery
Zhalan Cemetery, Beijing
37 min walk • Zhalan Cemetery is a former Jesuit burial ground in Beijing. It was initially established in the late Ming Dynasty for the burial of Matteo Ricci. The current setup is a restoration using original carved tombstones, following multiple episodes of desecration and turmoil during the Boxer Rebellion, the 1950s and the Cultural Revolution.
~1070 ftSE
Temple
Five Pagoda Temple, Beijing
6 min walk • The Five Pagoda Temple, formally known as the "Temple of the Great Righteous Awakening" or "Zhenjue Temple" for short, is a Ming dynasty Buddhist temple located in Haidian District, Beijing, China.
0.4 miE
Buddhist architecture, Temple
Zhenjue Temple, Beijing
11 min walk • The Five Pagoda Temple, formally known as the "Temple of the Great Righteous Awakening" or "Zhenjue Temple" for short, is a Ming dynasty Buddhist temple located in Haidian District, Beijing, China.
0.4 miN
Temple
Dahui Temple, Beijing
11 min walk • The Dahui Temple, literally Temple of Great Wisdom, is a Ming Dynasty Buddhist temple located in Beijing. It is located in the western Haidian District of the city. It lies in the street Dahui Si Road near the Xueyuan Nan Road. It was first built in 1513, and restored in 1757.
1 miSE
Convention center
Beijing Exhibition Center, Beijing
25 min walk • The Beijing Exhibition Center was established in 1954 as a comprehensive exhibition venue in Beijing, China. Built in the Sino-Soviet architectural style that was popular in the 1950s, the Beijing Exhibition Center contains three large exhibition halls as well as museums.
0.5 miNW
Universities and schools
Minzu University of China, Beijing
13 min walk • Minzu University of China is a national university in Haidian District, Beijing, China designated for ethnic minorities in China. Minzu University is the top university in China for ethnic minorities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Library of China?

Nearby attractions include Five Pagoda Temple, Beijing (6 min walk), Dahui Temple, Beijing (11 min walk), Zhenjue Temple, Beijing (11 min walk), Minzu University of China, Beijing (13 min walk).

How to get to National Library of China by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Library of China:

Bus

Minzu University of China • Lines: 209, 305, 319, 320, 332, 360快, 394, 495, 563, 608, 653, 686, 689, 695, 717, 86, Bus 运通105, 特19, 特4 (6 min walk)
国家图书馆 • Lines: 305, 319, 320, 332, 360快, 394, 495, 563, 608, 653, 686, 689, 695, 697, 717, 86, Bus 运通105, 特19, 特4 (7 min walk)

Metro

National Library • Lines: 16, 4, 9 (10 min walk)
Weigongcun • Lines: 4 (20 min walk)